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India’s Retail Inflation Rises to 4.82%, Wholesale Inflation Climbs to 9.92%

India's retail inflation increased to 4.82% in August 2026, up from 4.45% in July. Wholesale inflation reached 9.92%, driven by surging food and fuel prices. The Reserve Bank of India faces mounting pressure to adjust monetary policy amid rising inflation.

India's retail inflation rose to 4.82% in August 2026, according to the Times of India. This marks an increase from 4.45% in July 2026, as reported by the Hindustan Times. The rise is attributed to higher food inflation at the consumer level, which reached 5.95%, and a sharp increase in fuel and power inflation, which surged to over 22% on the wholesale price index. The Times of India also noted that wholesale food inflation climbed to 7.05% in August 2026.

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IndependentTimes of IndiaSep 14, 04:19 PM
India’s retail inflation rises to 4.82%, wholesale inflation climbs to 9.92%

India's retail inflation rose to 4.82% in August, while wholesale inflation neared double digits. Food inflation increased to 5.95% at the consumer level and 7.05% wholesale. Fuel and power inflation surged sharply to over 22% on the wholesale price index. Economists anticipate continued upward pressure on prices due to global factors. The Reserve Bank of India's monetary policy outlook remains a key focus.

IndependentHindustan TimesSep 14, 03:23 PM
Retail inflation rises to 4.82% in August from 4.45% in July | Business News - Hindustan Times

Retail inflation rises to 4.82% in August from 4.45% in July | Business News  Hindustan Times